Ian Bancroft
About Ian Bancroft
Ian Bancroft serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Nexthink, bringing over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. His previous roles include senior positions at Secureworks, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Cisco Systems, where he focused on driving sales and empowering teams.
Current Role at Nexthink
Ian Bancroft serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Nexthink, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for driving revenue growth and overseeing sales strategies. His leadership focuses on empowering team members and leveraging their expertise to enhance overall performance.
Previous Experience at Secureworks
Bancroft has a notable history with Secureworks, where he worked in various capacities. He served as Vice President & General Manager EMEA from 2016 to 2020, and later as Senior Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer from 2020 to 2023. His roles involved strategic oversight and management of operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Career at Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Ian Bancroft held multiple positions at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) from 2005 to 2016. His roles included EMEA Sales Director for Security Services, UK&I Sales Director for Security Services, and Global Account Services Sales Lead. His tenure at HPE was marked by a focus on sales leadership and strategic account management.
Early Career Background
Bancroft began his career in the IT industry with roles at Cisco Systems, Siebel, and Siemens. He worked as a New Business Sales Executive at Cisco from 1998 to 2000, followed by positions at Siebel and Siemens, where he gained foundational experience in sales and account management.
Education and Expertise
Ian Bancroft studied at The Open University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from 2009 to 2014. He also completed A Levels in Economics, Psychology, and Geography at Queen Marys College. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the IT sector, which spans over 25 years.